-1Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto.

A/N: These stories are my complied SasuSaku one-shots. I hope you enjoy!! Please excuse me if I misspelled anything or a word is misplaced. The stories will range from K-to heavy M. Be warned.

Another songfic one-shot. I hope you enjoy!! This song is "Broken Bridges" by Lindsey Haun.

Rated: T

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Wake up to a sunny day, not a cloud up in the sky

Sakura stretched, squinting sleepily at the light coming in from the window.

She yawned, "That was a good sleep."

Dressing, she made the finishing touches on her uniform. Zipping up the red vest she spared a glance at the mirror before dashing out of her room, down the stairs and out the door.

"Bye mom!" She waved as she passed the kitchen.

"Be careful dear!" Came her moms reply, Sakura smiled.

Oh man, I'm so late... She ran down the busy street of the village to the large shady tree. She could see the outline of three figures; Yamato, Sai, and Naruto. She panted and rested her hands on her knees. Naruto looked concerned and leaned towards her, asking her if she was okay. She gazed up at him with a fake smile, which Sai caught. Why does she still smile like that? Fake politeness. He faintly remembered the time where he couldn't tell she was being fake as he got decked by her and skidded a few feet away about bad mouthing 'Sasuke-kun.'

Then it starts to rain, my defenses hit the ground
And they shatter all around, so open and exposed

A fresh drop of rain hit her cheek, she looked up in wonder. It had been sunny just a few seconds ago... She tuned out Yamato as he told everyone about the next misson. Sakura was lost in her own thoughts; thoughts of him. Sasuke. Rain... like teardrops. Her eyelashes fluttered before returning her eyes to the group, who were looking her way.

"W-what?" She asked annoyed.

"Are you okay Sakura-chan? You keep spacing out." Naruto's blue eyes bore into her own.

She waved a hand airily.

"Ok, we will meet here in an hour to leave. Get ready." Yamato disappeared in a cloud of smoke.

"I need to be alone for alittle while." Sakura said as Naruto tried to follow her.

"Come on Dickless, I'll treat you to Ramen." Sai grabbed onto Naruto's collar and pulled him in the direction of the stand.

"HEY! D-- Ramen? Oh boy!!" It took him a few seconds to register that not only he had been insulted but was being treated to his favorite food; ramen.

Sakura thanked Sai secretly. She needed to be alone.

She approached the spot where all her thoughts on this day clouded her emotions. The bench. This cement object with no real meaning to other people, was precious to her. She sat down, resting her palms on its rought surface. Tilting her face up to the rainy sky she let the wetness bathe her clothes and skin. Inhaling sharply she remembered that fateful night. This day marked the third year he had left the village; left her.

I found strength in the struggle

She reflected then on how pathetic she had been to them, her team. Hiding behind their backs as they took the blows, to protect their teammate, to protect her. She glared at the dark clouds. She remembered she made a vow that day, that she would become a stronger person. A person who does not look back, only forward. Everyday she became a new person, like a snake shedding its skin. She dug her fingernails into the hard concrete as she had memories... of him. Smirking, frowning, irratated, and arrogant flitted across his aristocratic features. But oh, how she loved him.

Face to face with my trouble

"I know you hate me..."

Sakura gasped, that particular memory made her heart clench. The thing she feared the most... is that she would be hated by someone she loved. Sakura felt an agonizing pressure on her chest suddenly, making her wheeze and double over. It was painful to be near him, even when she couldnt do anything for him. But it was even more painful not to see him... nor to meet him.

When you're broken in a million little pieces
And you're trying but you can't hold on anymore

Maybe.. it was best she put him from her mind permanently... no more pain. She stood, straightening her stuck on clothes and walked slowly to the gates where her team would be waiting for her. She fought back her tears that pricked on the edge of her eyes, she wiped them away furiously.

Don't cry... Don't cry... crying wont bring him back.

Every tear falls down for a reason
Don't you stop believing in yourself
When you're broken

"Sakura-chan..." Naruto handed her a rain poncho, not that it mattered now, she was soaked to the core. It seeped down into her bones. The cold was also seeping into her broken heart; flooding through its cracked pieces.

"Thank you Naruto."

"Now... lets go get Sasuke!"

"Hai."

She noticed their was Team Kurenai's group here as well. They would be going on the misson together as well as Kakashi, who recently got out of the hospital. Sakura looked down at a puddle, seeing her own rippling reflection. She didnt want to go... didnt want to see him. It would only succeed in breaking her already broken heart into tiny fragments.

They all followed Kakashi and Yamato as they lead the way.

(A/N: Im skipping right to the fight with Madara aka Tobi)

"Shit, he's strong." Naruto snarled up at the masked man.

Shino let the bugs freely crawl out and wrap around the Akatsuki member.

"OMG, GROSS GET THEM OFF!!" Tobi in vain tried to smush and wipe away the creepy crawlers.

"Sakura." Naruto spoke, not taking his eyes off the enemy.

"Yes?"

"Go Ahead and find Sasuke."

Sakura gasped. Leave her team?

"I'll take him down." Naruto grinned with determination.

Sakura looked to her two captains and they both nodded.

I must go quickly and come back as soon as I can...

She dashed past the warrior who was to preoccupied with getting the bugs off of him.

Little girl don't be so blue
I know what you're going through

Her other self was telling her to go back. She shook her head and forged through the trees. Sakura clenched her fist, she would find him and bring him back. Not for herself, but for Naruto. The anxiety of seeing him again put a great deal of strain on her heart, she was so distracted she didn't see an enemy that attacked from the side.

"Gahhh!" Sakura hit the ground with a sickening crunch.

Don't let it beat you up
Heaven knows that getting scars

She had amassed scrapes and bruises on her body, she gazed up at her attacker. He looked down at her with godlike eyes, the pupils bound by outside rings. The auburn spiky hair blew in the wind. Sakura grinded her teeth and stood, and with determination she went on the offensive.

"Demonic Tree Bind Jutsu!" She warped and disappeared.

Pein smiled, he had her where he wanted her.

She wrapped around him, stained cherry blossoms blew in the wind as the genjutsu took affect, in its loving but deadly embrace. Sakura appeared above him, he looked at her unaffected. The kunai glinted dangerously in her hand, and she brought it down in a fell swoop; she missed. He broke the genjutsu and slashed at her in multiple directions. She coughed up blood, where was the attack coming from and how could he inflict so much pain? Sakura's body racked in pain, but she stood... once again.. but on shaky legs.

"I wont let you beat me!" She screamed at him. He smiled amused, as if he was pulling wings off of an insect. After doing some hand seals her palms glowed blue, his eyebrows rose. She came at him with her fists.

If I can just land a blow...

Pein thought she was a little nuisance, doing her cookie cutter routine jutsus, but what happened caught him off guard. She nicked his shoulder, which he grimaced in pain. The arm went limp, stunned he gazed at her in shock. Taking the advantage she touched the back of his neck and severed his spinal cord internally. He was now paralyzed from the neck down. Furious he shouted at her, "what have you done to me?? I'll Kill you!!" She heard his fading screams as she bounded from tree to tree, searching in the direction that Kiba detected his scent.

Only makes you who you are

Wait for me Sasuke... I'm coming...

She spotted the Uchiha symbol amongst some tall buildings. Running on tired feet she saw two figures lying on the ground. Brothers, lying next to eachother. The older brother had a blank stare on his face; he had already passed. The younger brother was breathing shallowy, but with a smile on his face. She threw herself down next to him, and started to assess his injuries. Pouring chakra into her palm, she started to feed it into his body, repairing all the torn tissue. The fatigue and heaviness started to leave Sasuke's body and he slowly opened his eyes. To see a pink haired girl tending to his wounds.

Sakura?

"Sakura." His voice managed to croak out a greeting.

Sakura gazed at him, tears pricked her eyes once more.

"Be still Sasuke."

"Did--I--" He swallowed, his throat was dry, lips cracked, "Did I defeat him?"

She was silent for a moment before replying, "Yes."

Oh, how she wanted to hold him tightly and never let him go. Reality settled in around her... she realized by helping him, he could only walk away from her. Should she leave him like this and go get her team? Even as advanced as Sakura was, she was no match for Sasuke. She even doubted herself she could do anything that would hurt him. Sasuke closed his eyes and smiled, the blood on his lips splittered along his skin.

No matter how much your heart is aching
There is beauty in the breaking

A large hand rested over hers. She gasped. It was Sasuke's hand.

"Sakura... arigato."

Sakura bit her lip, trying to force back her tears. But they came and splashed against his face. He reached up and wiped them away, she whimpered, leaning into his touch as his hand cupped her face. She gazed into his eyes, onyx clashed with green.

"I love you Sasuke." She said, holding out the pieces of her heart again out in her palm for him to take. If he slapped them away, and they fell, she would be there to pick them up and try again. Always trying.

"Aa, I know." She smiled.

When you're broken in a million little pieces
And you're trying but you can't hold on anymore
Every tear falls down for a reason
Don't you stop believing in yourself
When you're broken

She leaned down then and kissed his blood stained lips. They were cold and smooth, she was afraid he would reject her; but inhaled sharply as he responded with passion. Grasping the back of her head, keeping her lips sealed against his as they dueled for dominance. He won of course and smirked as they pulled away for air. Sakura blushed prettily. The blood has smeared onto her lips and he commented, "You have always looked good in red."

She helped him sit up.

"So... what are you going to do now?" Sakura could feel her broken heart quiver slightly, as if coming back to life.

"I suppose I can put up with the Dobe again." He smiled at her, she giggled through her tears and hugged him.

"Ow."

She giggled, tears leaking down her face. "Sorry Sasuke-kun."

Better days are gonna find you once again
Every piece will find its place

He had finally accepted her... and her heart. It was all she wanted.

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End of short story one. Hope everyone enjoyed!! Review!!

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